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13 Day Kiwi Discovery

DAY 1: Auckland to Rotorua (D)
Today our adventure begins in a big way with a visit to the impressive site of the Sky City Tower. At 328 metres Sky Tower is the tallest tower in the Southern Hemisphere, offering breath-taking views for more than 80 kilometres in every direction. It's then on the road towards Rotorua. We’ll drive by the picturesque Lake Rotorua and a take tour of the town before settling into our motel.
Alpin Motel

DAY 2: Rotorua (B,D)
The day is yours to explore the region. You will have time for an optional day trip* to the small township of Waitomo. Wonder at the beauty of St Benedict’s Cave*, try “Tumu Tumu Toobing”*, or take in the action of “Haggis Honking Holes”* as you abseil, climb and grovel through this underground system. Want to turn up the heat? How about a day trip to nearby White Island and walk on a live Volcano?* These optional tours (*)are at additional expense.
Alpin Motel

DAY 3: Rotorua to Taupo (B,L,D)
A morning visit to Whakarewarewa Maori Village and Thermal Reserve where we learn Maori history and customs. We’ll also have time to enjoy a Maori concert followed by a traditional Maori “hangi” meal before heading south to the Huka Falls and Lake Taupo, NZ’s largest lake. An adrenalin packed day!
Silver Fern Lodge

DAY 4: Taupo to Wellington (B)
We travel around the very active Mt Ruapehu, Tongariro and Ngauruhoe before we reach the nation’s capital. A guided city tour introduces us to the delights of Wellington, with some free time to explore the city.
Sharella Motor Inn

DAY 5: Wellington to Nelson (B,D)
We board our inter-island ferry and cross Cook Strait, cruising into the beautiful Marlborough Sounds. On arrival at Piction, we re-board our coach for a picturesque drive to Nelson, home of the best weather in New Zealand!
Aloha Lodge

DAY 6: Nelson (B,D)
A day to explore the Nelson region. You can hike the coastal track or explore the clear waters and golden beaches of the Abel Tasman National Park on a kayak tour. Perhaps try a 4WD bike tour or horse trek, and the Nelson skydive is a blast!
Aloha Lodge

DAY 7: Nelson to Christchurch via Kaikora (B)
Today we head back across the Bryant Ranges and past the many vineyards of the Marlborough region. We’ll make our first stop Montana vineyard. It's then on to Kaikoura where you'll have the chance to whale watch or explore this popular region. Then southwards to Christchurch.
Cathedral Camelot Hotel

DAY 8: Christchurch to Fox Glacier (B,D)
The scenery will amaze you today as we head off across the Canterbury Plains and into the Southern Alps. We’ll stop for a break at Arthur’s Pass then continue on to the visitor’s centre in Franz Josef, and an opportunity here to take a scenic twin glacier helicopter flight to our afternoon destination** - Fox Glacier.
Fox Glacier Inn

DAY 9: Fox Glacier to Queenstown (B,D)
Westland National Park abounds with high mountain peaks and glaciers and today we'll have a chance to walk on a flowing river of ice! We’ll then head back into the mountains to negotiate Haast Pass on our way to Queenstown past Lake Wanaka and Lake Hawea.
Rydges Lakeland Resort

DAY 10: Queenstown (B,D)
Today it's time to play! And adventure awaits us everywhere. Choose from a huge selection of optional activities sure to get the blood pumping, with everything from bungy, shotover jets, balloon rides and horseback riding. You name it – it's all here and awaiting you in Queenstown!! We’ll regroup at dinner and share our day’s experiences.
Rydges Lakeland Resort

DAY 11: Queenstown to Milford Sound (B,D)
Today we'll pass the beautiful township of Te Anau as we travel on our way to Fiordland National Park and the incredibly scenic Milford Sound. Here our overnight cruise takes us past towering tree-lined cliffs and spectacular waterfalls. (NB Winter departures do not overnight in Milford Sound)
Cruise

DAY 12: Milford Sound to Lake Ohau (B,D)
Today we make tracks past historic Kawarau bungy site and on through the Lindis Pass travelling through 'Lord of the Rings' territory. Tonight we stay at Lake Ohau, with stunning views of Mt Cook.
Lake Ohau Lodge

DAY 13: Lake Ohau to Christchurch (B)
Today we follow the southern lakes hydroelectricity scheme around impressive blue water lakes and the ever-present Southern Alps as a backdrop. First stop Lake Pukaki and a chance for some amazing photos as we gaze across the clear blue waters to Mt Cook. We follow the canal system over to Lake Tekapo where there is an opportunity to take a scenic flight. Another photo opportunity at the “Church of the Good Shepard” before we enter the Canterbury plains and reach our final destination.

Tour Starts 1pm in Auckland or 8am in Christchurch on reverse itinerary.
Tour Ends 6pm in Christvchurch or 12pm in Auckland on reverse itinerary

Price:
April 1 - Sept. 30, 2007 - US$1230
Oct. 1 2007 - March 31 2008 - US$1265
twin supplement - US$140

Optional Tours at extra cost